In this section, you will learn how to use transformation steps to connect to a variety of big data data sources, including Hadoop, NoSQL, and analytical databases such as MongoDB. You can then try working through the detailed, step-by-step tutorials, and peruse the out-of-the-box steps that Spoon provides. Learn how to work with Streamlined Data Refinery. Then, you will have an opportunity to move beyond the basics and learn how to edit transformations and metadata models.
- Watch one of our Big Data Videos.
- Learn how to work with Streamlined Data Refinery. See Pentaho Data Integration for details.
- Learn how to auto model using the Build Model. See Pentaho Data Integration for details. job entry and how this feature intersects with Analyzer.
- Find out what big data steps are available out-of-the-box, See Install Pentaho Data Integration and Analytics for details.
- Find out which Hadoop Distributions are available and how to configure them. See Install Pentaho Data Integration and Analytics for details.Note: You should already have a cluster set up to perform this task.
- Edit transformations and metadata models.See Pentaho Data Integration for details.
- Watch a video about how to use PDI to blend Big Data.